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LG53 KNE

MOTExpired

MOT due22 Nov 2025

First reg1 Sep 2003

Mileage96,239 mi

Tax—

Tax due—

Vehicle age

22 years and 10 months

Fuel

Petrol

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MOT history

As of 19 November 2025.

FAILED · 19 Nov 2025

Test date19 Nov 2025

Expiry—

Test number698270564896

Mileage96,239 mi

MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective Lens oxidised (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Half Lux reading of nearside light (4.1.4 (a))

AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on edges. Nearly through to cords. ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON (5.2.3 (e))

AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on edges. Nearly through to cords. ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON (5.2.3 (e))

MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill corroded/holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

AdvisoryOffside and nearside outer sills corroded/holed at front. Not prescribed areas

MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive General age related corrosion to chassis rails, floor, inner wheel arches/turret tops and suspension components. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted Axle hose (1.1.12 (b) (i))

MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

PASSED · 18 Nov 2024

Test date18 Nov 2024

Expiry22 Nov 2025

Test number471688143547

Mileage94,713 mi

AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe split, just passed emissions on lambda limit - ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON (6.1.2 (a))

AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corroded/holed - NOT within 30cm of prescribed area at time of test

AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded/holed - NOT within 30cm of prescribed area at time of test

AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Advisoryvehicle underside has general age related corrosion front to rear

FAILED · 13 Nov 2024

Test date13 Nov 2024

Expiry—

Test number661113637653

Mileage94,710 mi

MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe split, just passed emissions on lambda limit - ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON (6.1.2 (a))

MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn A/R/B 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corroded/holed - NOT within 30cm of prescribed area at time of test

AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded/holed - NOT within 30cm of prescribed area at time of test

AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Advisoryvehicle underside has general age related corrosion front to rear

PASSED · 23 Nov 2023

Test date23 Nov 2023

Expiry22 Nov 2024

Test number943689580022

Mileage92,745 mi

AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust front flexible joint deteriorated/slight blow (6.1.2 (a))

AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Heavily corroded on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside and nearside outer sills corroded/holed. Not prescribed areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear chassis rails (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens oxidised, beam pattern slightly poor. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

FAILED · 17 Nov 2023

Test date17 Nov 2023

Expiry—

Test number144532014851

Mileage92,737 mi

MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust front flexible joint deteriorated/slight blow (6.1.2 (a))

AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Heavily corroded on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside and nearside outer sills corroded/holed. Not prescribed areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear chassis rails (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens oxidised, beam pattern slightly poor. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

PASSED · 21 Nov 2022

Test date21 Nov 2022

Expiry21 Nov 2023

Test number826103190608

Mileage91,246 mi

AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear discs on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Advisoryvehicle has general age related corrosion at rear end on inner sills and rear subframe

AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

PASSED · 22 Nov 2021

Test date22 Nov 2021

Expiry21 Nov 2022

Test number996411494742

Mileage89,613 mi

AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear chassis rails (5.3.6 (a) (i))

PASSED · 19 Nov 2020

Test date19 Nov 2020

Expiry18 Nov 2021

Test number976360238091

Mileage87,688 mi

AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Surface corrosion to rear chassis rails. Inner wheel arch liners fitted, making full assessment difficult. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Play in offside of rack (2.3 (a) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill Heavily corroded/weakened. UNABLE TO DETECT FAILABLE HOLES WITH CORROSION ASSESSMENT TOOL AT TIME OF TEST. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

FAILED · 18 Nov 2020

Test date18 Nov 2020

Expiry—

Test number621870173991

Mileage87,683 mi

MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens oxidised, beam pattern slightly poor. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

MajorEmissions not tested Exhaust blow lambda too high (8.2.1.2 (d))

MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Little reserve travel (1.1.6 (d))

MajorOffside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement Caliper, handbrake lever (1.1.15 (e))

MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Play in offside of rack (2.3 (a) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

PASSED · 11 Nov 2019

Test date11 Nov 2019

Expiry11 Nov 2020

Test number849154317189

Mileage85,202 mi

AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes undersealed (1.1.11 (c))

AdvisoryInner wheel arch liners and full undertrays fitted

AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Offside and nearside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear chassis rails have surface corrosion, floorpan and chassis rails undersealed in places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Centre, outer sill damaged

FAILED · 11 Nov 2019

Test date11 Nov 2019

Expiry—

Test number628533777677

Mileage85,200 mi

MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Little reserve travel (1.1.6 (d))

AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes undersealed (1.1.11 (c))

AdvisoryInner wheel arch liners and full undertrays fitted

AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Offside and nearside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

MajorOffside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement Caliper handbrake lever sticking (1.1.15 (e))

MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

AdvisoryNearside Centre, outer sill damaged

PASSED · 12 Nov 2018

Test date12 Nov 2018

Expiry11 Nov 2019

Test number499850792764

Mileage81,724 mi

Advisoryfull undertrays and rear inner wheel arch liners fitted

AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre, cracking in tread grooves

AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes undersealed (1.1.11 (c))

Advisoryunderbody and chassis rails undersealed

AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

FAILED · 12 Nov 2018

Test date12 Nov 2018

Expiry—

Test number363360712494

Mileage81,722 mi

MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Advisoryfull undertrays and rear inner wheel arch liners fitted

AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre, cracking in tread grooves

AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes undersealed (1.1.11 (c))

Advisoryunderbody and chassis rails undersealed

AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

PASSED · 8 Nov 2017

Test date8 Nov 2017

Expiry7 Nov 2018

Test number827835924844

Mileage78,672 mi

AdvisoryEML light on

AdvisoryUndertrays and inner wheel arch liners fitted

AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside (3.6.B.4d)

AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all pipes undersealed (3.6.B.2c)

FAILED · 7 Nov 2017

Test date7 Nov 2017

Expiry—

Test number390837946911

Mileage78,669 mi

AdvisoryEML light on

FailNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

FailOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

FailNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced lens oxidised (1.7.5a)

FailNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced main beam lens oxidised (1.7.5a)

FailNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc boot split (2.5.C.1a)

FailNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

AdvisoryUndertrays and inner wheel arch liners fitted

AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside (3.6.B.4d)

AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all pipes undersealed (3.6.B.2c)

FailFuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)

FailNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

PASSED · 19 Oct 2016

Test date19 Oct 2016

Expiry7 Nov 2017

Test number471856401848

Mileage75,944 mi

AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Advisorycentre and rear exhaust boxes outer skins corroded.

AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamps corroded.

AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

PASSED · 5 Nov 2015

Test date5 Nov 2015

Expiry7 Nov 2016

Test number730166880197

Mileage73,786 mi

Advisorymil warning light on

Advisorychild seat fitted to n/s rear seat belt

AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre deterioration on outer sidewall

Advisoryunder trays fitted also inner wheel arch covers fitted.

AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

AdvisoryShock absorber has slight external damage to the casing both rear shockers upper cover cases dropped. (2.7.2a)

Advisoryexhaust rear box outer skin corroded also centre clamps corroded.

PASSED · 8 Nov 2014

Test date8 Nov 2014

Expiry7 Nov 2015

Test number198632414330

Mileage71,320 mi

AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

User EnteredUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

FAILED · 4 Nov 2014

Test date4 Nov 2014

Expiry—

Test number447488304400

Mileage71,211 mi

FailNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

FailNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

FailNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

PrsOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Failrear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

FailBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

User EnteredUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

User Enteredn/s/r brake dragging

PASSED · 7 Nov 2013

Test date7 Nov 2013

Expiry6 Nov 2014

Test number428061613384

Mileage67,949 mi

AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

User EnteredUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

User EnteredEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

User Enteredinner wheel arch covers fitted

User Enteredexhaust condition rear box and centre box outer skins corrosion

FAILED · 5 Nov 2013

Test date5 Nov 2013

Expiry—

Test number139689303350

Mileage67,944 mi

FailOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

FailNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

FailNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

FailOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

User EnteredUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

User EnteredEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

User Enteredinner wheel arch covers fitted

User Enteredexhaust condition rear box and centre box outer skins corrosion

PASSED · 19 Oct 2012

Test date19 Oct 2012

Expiry19 Oct 2013

Test number845773292290

Mileage64,018 mi

AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

User Enteredexhaust rear box outer skin corroded

User EnteredUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

User EnteredEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

User Enteredinner wheel arch covers fitted

PASSED · 11 Oct 2011

Test date11 Oct 2011

Expiry19 Oct 2012

Test number917224581243

Mileage58,369 mi

AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

User Enteredcondition of the rear brake disc's worn

FAILED · 11 Oct 2011

Test date11 Oct 2011

Expiry—

Test number607144681229

Mileage58,367 mi

FailNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

FailOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

FailOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

User Enteredcondition of the rear brake disc's worn

PASSED · 20 Oct 2010

Test date20 Oct 2010

Expiry19 Oct 2011

Test number583263190247

Mileage53,405 mi

AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

User Enteredn/s/r tyre slightly perished

PASSED · 28 Sep 2009

Test date28 Sep 2009

Expiry27 Sep 2010

Test number563721679295

Mileage46,825 mi

AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

PASSED · 17 Sep 2008

Test date17 Sep 2008

Expiry18 Sep 2009

Test number743601668270

Mileage40,640 mi

User Enteredboth rear brake discs starting to become pitted

PASSED · 14 Sep 2007

Test date14 Sep 2007

Expiry18 Sep 2008

Test number284837457208

Mileage33,096 mi

PASSED · 19 Sep 2006

Test date19 Sep 2006

Expiry18 Sep 2007

Test number582392566288

Mileage26,326 mi